March for the Fallen 2026 logo

March for the Fallen 2026

March for the Fallen 2026 is a running race on September 12, 2026 in Mead, WA, with an entry fee of $30.

Date
September 12, 2026 (15 days to go)
Price
$30
Sport
Running
Register →

From the Organizer

** IMPORTANT **

Are you a Veteran or Currently Serving? If so, Gesa Credit Union wants to assist with your registration! Please email us for a special code before you register: info@marchforthefallen.com

_________________________________________________________________

Forged by Fires, Aligned by Mission 

Due to the devastating wildfires and current closure of Riverside State Park, March for the Fallen had to quickly find a new home for 2026, and we're very thankful to have found it with the Guardians Protection Project and Step to Remember! Our missions to honor & remember those who serve, and to support the families left behind align perfectly, and we couldn't have found a better partnership. We're excited to share all this joint event will bring to and for the community!

Important Notes:

  • The event will start and finish at Hop Mountain Taproom & Grill's parking lot in Mead, WA.
  • The March for the Fallen course will be setup at Mead Airport, just adjacent.
  • The course will be lined with Fallen Hero banners and supported with water stations
  • The event will not be timed this year, distances will be approximate, and due to uneven terrain, it will look more like a trail run for those who choose to run.  

But just like always, after the ruck/run/walk, everyone's invited back to Hop Mountain for all the camaraderie, and that's where you'll really see all this partnership has to offer!

Ruckers, runners, walkers, steppers, kids and leashed dogs are welcome! 

  • Event tees
  • Ruck patches
  • Dog tags
  • Climbing Wall
  • Live Music
  • BBQ
  • Beer Garden
  • Historic Military Vehicles
  • SWAT Vehicles
  • Lawn Games
  • Kona Ice Snow Cones
  • Franz Grilled Cheese
  • Face Painting
  • Raffles & Silent Auction
  • Special pricing for 12 & under! 

Want to really push your limits? Ruck the Route and then Climb the Steps!

Register for Step to Remember's 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb (110 floors). See details at Step To Remember

__________________________________________________________________

The location changed, but the mission didn't.

Join March for the Fallen and Step to Remember, Saturday, September 12th. 

Some carried the weight of freedom. Now it's our turn to carry their memory.

March for the Fallen is part of the WA State Fallen Heroes Project, a 501c3 with EIN 46-2481053, dedicated to honoring and remembering fallen military members, supporting their families, and engaging our communities in doing both. Thank you for your support!

Events

5k Run or Walk$30
15.6k Run or Walk$30
15.6k Ruck (35lb pack minimum weight for competitive ruck)$30
5k Ruck (35lb pack minimum weight for competitive ruck)$30
10k Run or Walk$30
10k Ruck (35lb pack minimum weight for competitive ruck)$30

Weather

Typical Conditions

It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.

Typical High

75°

Typical Low

44°

Chance of Rain

17%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Spokane Wfo, 9 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:23 AMSunset 7:08 PMDaylight 12h 45m

Host City

About Mead, WA

City Elevation

1,889 ft

Nearest Airport

GEG

Spokane International Airport · 16 mi

Time Zone

Pacific Time

From Endurance Grid

Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at March for the Fallen 2026, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

15

Days to train

Race
March for the Fallen 2026
Date
September 12, 2026

Want more races like this?

Enter your email and we'll send more your way.

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

Read the Guide

Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the March for the Fallen 2026?
March for the Fallen 2026 is a running race held in Mead, Washington on September 12, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the March for the Fallen 2026?
Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Mead, Washington at Hop Mountain Taproom & Grill and Mead Airport. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the March for the Fallen 2026?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

March for the Fallen 2026

Sep 12, 2026

Register →